Fox’s Kennedy Detonates Bombshell About Joy Behar’s “Unwatchable Disaster” Audition Clash—“She Was a Jealous Tyrant in a Wig!”

In a jaw-dropping revelation that’s sending seismic shockwaves through daytime television and political talk circles alike, Fox News firebrand Lisa “Kennedy” Montgomery dropped a scorched-earth exposé on The View—and especially on its long-time co-host Joy Behar. The stunning accusations came during Kennedy’s fiery appearance on Gutfeld! on April 1, 2025, and have since erupted into one of the most controversial behind-the-scenes showbiz feuds in recent memory.

With a smirk and zero hesitation, Kennedy recalled her doomed 2003 audition to join the famed ABC daytime panel show, painting a vivid—and vicious—portrait of backstabbing, jealousy, and on-set sabotage. The most damning line? Kennedy didn’t hold back when she slammed the entire View experience as an “unwatchable abortion” and dismissed Joy Behar as a “talking hemorrhoid in an auburn wig.”

Yes. You read that right. And it only got more explosive from there.

Backstage Betrayal: The Audition That Turned into a Firing Squad

According to Kennedy, what began as a promising opportunity to replace outgoing co-host Lisa Ling rapidly devolved into a toxic train wreck—one she squarely blamed on Behar’s alleged insecurity and cold-blooded territorial behavior.

Kennedy, known for her razor-sharp wit and political edge, seemed like a natural fit for the panel. “It was going great,” she said. “I was vibing with Barbara Walters—God rest her soul—sparring playfully with Star Jones, and Meredith Vieira was super welcoming.”

But then came the venom.

Kennedy described the moment the room turned icy. “I was landing jokes. The audience was laughing. The table was lit. And then, during a break, Joy leans over and snaps, ‘I’ll handle the comedy here.’”

Stunned but unfazed, Kennedy delivered a reply that should be framed in the Museum of Savage Comebacks:

“Great. Whenever you start, I’ll ease up on the jokes.”

The silence that followed, according to insiders, could have cut glass.

“She Was Rattled. Threatened. She Knew I Was Better TV.”

Kennedy didn’t mince words when describing the fallout. “Joy was awful. Ungracious. She was acting like a bitter monarch watching someone younger, faster, and funnier walk into her crumbling kingdom.”

She claimed Behar “froze out” her presence for the rest of the audition, barely acknowledging her and “turning the energy toxic.” But it wasn’t just the vibe—Kennedy alleges Behar actively tried to undermine her with producers.

“She couldn’t compete with me in real-time, so she turned to sabotage,” Kennedy said. “It was all whispers and eye-rolls after that. She’s like a mean girl who never graduated high school.”

When pressed on whether the clash cost her the role, Kennedy didn’t flinch:

“Of course it did. The next thing I know, they’re handing the job to Elizabeth Hasselbeck. Joy couldn’t risk someone like me exposing how unfunny and out-of-touch she really is.”

“She Needs Writers to Sound Spontaneous—It’s Sad.”

Kennedy then took aim at Behar’s entire on-air persona, accusing her of relying heavily on comedy writers and failing to connect authentically with either co-hosts or viewers.

“She’s not quick. She’s not sharp. She’s reading lines and mugging like it’s stand-up night at a retirement home,” Kennedy spat. “If I wanted to watch someone bomb jokes while sounding smug, I’d go to an open mic in Santa Monica.”

To drive her point home, Kennedy even did a mock impersonation of Behar’s allegedly stiff delivery—complete with exaggerated eyerolls and flat punchlines—which instantly went viral. One Twitter (or X) user captioned the clip: “Kennedy just ended Joy Behar’s career with one impression.”

The View Is Spiraling—and Viewers Are Tuning Out

Kennedy’s scorched-earth reveal couldn’t have come at a worse time for The View. The show’s ratings have plummeted in the past two years, with a 15% drop since 2023 and mounting viewer fatigue over what many now see as performative outrage and endless partisan shouting matches.

And for some viewers, Kennedy’s takedown is confirmation of what they’ve long suspected: that The View is no longer about thoughtful conversation or engaging women—it’s become what Kennedy bluntly called a “dumpster fire in designer chairs.”

“People are tired of Joy’s anti-everything rants,” one user wrote after watching the viral Gutfeld! clip. “She bashes Trump every five minutes, rolls her eyes at conservatives, and then acts shocked when people stop watching.”

Silent Joy, Roaring Internet

So far, Joy Behar has remained silent on the controversy—but the internet has filled the vacuum with scorching commentary.

Kennedy’s clip has racked up over 1.3 million views in just 72 hours. Hashtags like #KennedyVsBehar, #SaveTheView, and #JoyfulMeltdown have exploded across social media platforms. Conservative commentators hailed Kennedy as a truth-teller. Liberal fans were split—some defended Behar, but many admitted the show has lost its way.

“Kennedy would have saved The View,” wrote one viewer.
“Behar’s reign of terror needs to end,” another added.
“Kennedy was too real for them. That’s why they cut her,” posted another.

What’s Next for Kennedy? And What About Behar’s Legacy?

Now a major presence on Gutfeld! and other Fox News programs, Kennedy has thrived outside of the traditional daytime TV box. Her career pivoted from MTV VJ to cable news firebrand—and this latest revelation cements her as a voice willing to expose hypocrisy, even if it means torching bridges in broad daylight.

As for Behar, the question looms: can she weather this new wave of backlash? For a woman who’s made a name out of controversy, this one feels different. Not because it’s politically charged—but because it’s personal.

Kennedy didn’t just attack Behar’s politics. She questioned her talent, her character, and her legacy. And while Behar might try to shrug it off, the viewers—and the internet—won’t forget it anytime soon.

Final Verdict: Tea Spilled, Bridges Burned, History Rewritten

This isn’t just another celebrity spat. It’s a behind-the-scenes war story revealing what happens when egos collide, talent threatens power, and real humor walks into a room full of rehearsed outrage.

Kennedy’s tell-all didn’t just drop jaws—it ripped the mask off one of television’s most iconic (and controversial) figures.

Will Joy respond? Will ABC finally reckon with its long-festering internal culture?

One thing’s for sure: the next episode of The View won’t be the only thing people are watching. They’ll be watching Joy Behar’s every move—and waiting for the next bomb to drop.